The city of Seattle is right above the port. I've lived in Seattle and stayed at the Westin iti s centrally located-walk to Pike Place Market (early morning is best time to go-gotta go there ! buy some flowers for your cabin have fun and watch the fish fly. Try Priceline for a good deal or just an idea of the area hotels. The previous cab/limo advice was wonderful. Don't stay by the airport on the way to the ship-boring. If you have time zip over to the Space Needle-just the observation deck-unless you want a very expensive lunch close by. You can also take a harbor cruise if you have time. If you do stay at the Westin you could even get a room that can see the ships. I've taken 4 Alaska cruises you should have a wonderful time. I live about 40 north of Seattle now-if you have anymore ?? I'll try and get answers for you . Su~